Principal 3D Animator

Job in Montreal, Montréal, Province de Québec, Canada

Listing for: Ubisoft

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-12

Job specializations:

Entertainment & Gaming
Video Game, TV / Film Production, Music & Audio Production
Creative Arts/Media
Video Game, TV / Film Production, Music & Audio Production

Location: Montreal

Job Description

As a Principal 3D Animator at Ubisoft Montreal, you will join a small autonomous team developing an ambitious multiplayer experience in Unreal Engine. You will help create high-quality animations while supporting collaboration, innovation, and team development.

What you’ll do:

Create impactful, high-quality animations that set artistic and technical benchmarks for the team;

Define and improve workflows, tools, and best practices related to animation;

Collaborate with animation
, technical animation
, art
, and game design teams to deliver cohesive and optimized assets;

Balance artistic goals with technical constraints while meeting production and performance requirements;

Mentor animators through constructive feedback, knowledge sharing, and ongoing support;

Provide proactive guidance and solutions that support project and team needs;

Foster a collaborative culture focused on learning, continuous improvement, and innovation;

Stay informed about emerging industry trends, tools, and animation practices;

Introduce new methods and approaches to improve artistic quality and production efficiency;

Support and guide a small team of gameplay and technical animators.

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of 3D animation tools and techniques;

Good understanding of Unreal Engine and animation asset integration within production pipelines;

Advanced knowledge of optimization techniques and technical constraints related to game assets;

Solid understanding of artistic principles such as composition, proportions, lighting, and texture detail;

Ability to create animations or prototypes aligned with the project’s artistic vision;

Strong communication and team support skills;

Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines to maintain cohesive workflows;

Collaborative mindset with a focus on team growth and innovation.

What to send our way

Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences;

Portfolio or project links adapted to role type.